An OLGR spokeswoman said that "valid objectors" and council representatives were notified to attend the ­conference.

"An opportunity is provided to the public, police and council to have their say on whether the granting of the licence may impact on the amenity of the local area and affect the lives of people living around the premises," the spokeswoman said.

"The licence application is still under consideration."

The department said that several areas had to be ­considered before approval was given including a report from the objections conference, an assessment into whether "the application was in the public interest" and police and council comments.

Meanwhile, a public rally was launched in support of the store after a petition secured almost 800 signatures and a "Support Hooters Restaurant Townsville" Facebook page attracted more than 5600 likes.

Mr Schlebusch said his wife and Hooters Australia director Nichole Schlebusch would be at the meeting.

"We hope to get the liquor licence, you can't deny business operations on (taking) moral stands," he said. "If you read most of the objections there is nothing that really would stand out or justify as being objected against and for us not to be granted a liquor licence."

It comes despite a general manager already being hired for the Townsville store following 250 workers applying for management and kitchen roles last year.

While Thuringowa MP Sam Cox understood the need for an application process, he said any business would benefit the city.